An interview with South African writer Rayda Jacobs is presented. When asked about the use of polarities in her work, Jacobs comments on the plot and themes of the book "The Middle Children." Jacobs addresses other books, including "Masquerade," "Confessions of a Gambler," and "Postcards From South Africa." Other topics include the influence of films on literature, the theme of religion in literature, and the motif of race